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Louis J. Curtis

President at Homestead Management Services (CMCA, AMS, PCAM). Lou holds all three CAI credentials in community association management (CMCA, AMS and PCAM) and is a Certified Mediator, with executive experience as a CFO, general manager, president and owner across several industries. He holds a B.S. in Accounting and an M.B.A.

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01Compliance & Legal

Audit, Review, or Compilation: What Do NJ Boards Need?

Compare annual CPA engagements for New Jersey associations, learn what to confirm about reporting requirements, and plan the records, review, and owner communication.

Oct 1, 2026 7 min read

02Compliance & Legal

Pool Season Compliance for NJ Community Associations

NJ community pools must meet state health code rules. Learn about inspections, staffing, and the opening and closing calendar for association pools each year.

Aug 1, 2026 6 min read

03Compliance & Legal

HOA Assessment Collections in New Jersey: Liens, Timelines, and Fair Process

Collecting unpaid HOA assessments in New Jersey requires liens, notice, and fair process. Learn the timelines and steps boards follow to protect the community.

Jul 30, 2026 6 min read

04Compliance & Legal

New Jersey's Structural Integrity & Reserve Study Law: What Boards Must Do

New Jersey's Structural Integrity and Reserve Study law (P.L.2023, c.214) sets inspection and reserve funding duties. Here is what boards must do to comply.

Jul 11, 2026 6 min read

05Compliance & Legal

The Municipal Services Act: Reimbursements Your NJ Community May Be Owed

The Municipal Services Act lets qualified NJ communities recover the cost of snow removal, leaf collection, and lighting on private roads. See if you qualify.

Jul 9, 2026 6 min read

06Compliance & Legal

PREDFDA Explained: NJ Developer Transition to Homeowner Control

PREDFDA governs how New Jersey developers register communities and transition control to homeowners. Learn the registration, POS, and transition process here.

Jun 27, 2026 6 min read

07Compliance & Legal

Condo vs HOA vs Co-op in New Jersey: Legal Differences That Matter

Condos, HOAs, and co-ops differ in ownership, governance, and NJ law. Compare the New Jersey Condominium Act and PREDFDA communities before you buy or serve.

Jun 22, 2026 6 min read

08Compliance & Legal

When Does an NJ Association Need a Reserve Study? (P.L.2023 c.214 + Best Practice)

P.L.2023 c.214 requires reserve studies and funding for many NJ associations. Learn when a reserve study is required and best practice for other communities.

Jun 5, 2026 6 min read

09Compliance & Legal

What Is the HOPA 80/20 Rule for NJ Active-Adult Communities?

The HOPA 80/20 rule lets NJ 55+ communities stay age-restricted if 80% of occupied units have one resident aged 55 or older. Here's how compliance works.

Jun 1, 2026 6 min read